Job Summary Under the supervision of the Lieutenant - Administration, the employee manages the day-to-day functions of the evidence control, providing support and assistance. The employee performs duties of evidence technicians. The employee processes evidence obtained during investigations; maintaining accountability until evidence is no longer required. The employee also provides clerical functions to the division; maintaining accuracy in documents and reports. This is a job with a high degree of responsibility and judgement in working with the public. The employee refers unusual situations and problems to the supervisor. This job is considered security-sensitive and subject to a pre-employment background check. Essential Functions The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Evidence Custodian. Processes, maintains, and safeguards evidence obtained during investigations and lost property. Receives evidence and lost property; maintains storage for safekeeping. Maintains evidence logbook and computer tracking of items. Packages evidence for proper storage. Accounts for evidence signed in and out for examination and use in court proceedings. Destroys expired evidence in accordance with Departmental and state procedures. Processes return of evidence to rightful owners after investigation/case is closed. Prepares donations of unused, unclaimed evidence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Clerical Duties. Performs clerical and record management duties to facilitate the efficient administrative function within the Investigative Division of the Police Department. Answers phone; gives appropriate information, and/or directs to the appropriate individual. Generates memos, letters, and other correspondence; faxes, copies, and files documents. Receives and distributes all incoming mail to the appropriate individual or unit. Uses the NCIC systems for conducting background checks. Reviews and processes investigation reports. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: General Office Operations. Performs general duties in support of the efficient operation of the Investigative Division. Maintains office files. Prepares field interview cards. Processes pawn tickets into the online program. Maintains documentation of equipment and vehicles checked out by investigators.